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LoveyD
03-15-2022, 12:57 PM
I'm back at it again looking for extensions specifically for the club and photo shoots. I have never used them. I'm intimidated by fake hair haha but I think having " more " hair will be a good look where I work.
Is there anything magic you can easily put in and then take out at the end of your shift EASILY ?
I don't want the bigger hair in regular life.
I used to buy clip-in extensions, and buy a set w smaller pieces. This way I could just clip in what I needed. Larger wefts I'd have to thin out with scissors or else they'll give you bald spots
LoveyD
03-15-2022, 12:59 PM
Yeah, i really thought that pillowcases would have the same effect. Nope. My ends are immediately healthier with a bonnet. It's nuts. I think it was especially bad that I'd go to bed with wet hair. The pillowcases don't protect and insulate your hair the way that bonnets do.
I'm gonna have to check out these bonnets.Thanks, Charlie!
whirlerz
03-15-2022, 01:07 PM
I'm back at it again looking for extensions specifically for the club and photo shoots. I have never used them. I'm intimidated by fake hair haha but I think having " more " hair will be a good look where I work.
Is there anything magic you can easily put in and then take out at the end of your shift EASILY ?
I don't want the bigger hair in regular life.
I mean I have clip in bangs, I know you don't want those, but check out Sally's, Ulta, & shopping chanel, or ebay for clip in extensions.. Again, Idk how good they are I liked my bangs, but there's really nothing to anchor them to in the front, so I cut my bangs
charlie61
03-15-2022, 09:07 PM
I'm gonna have to check out these bonnets.Thanks, Charlie!
Yay! Looks like her shop is taking a short break to attend a memorial service, but I'm sure she'll be back soon. She always has s coupon code active, too...i think it's thankyou10 or something.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/AdorabellaBaby?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=196196286
LoveyD
03-17-2022, 09:57 PM
^^ oooh! Thank you! :-D
neverendingkneebruises
03-17-2022, 10:13 PM
I'm toying with the idea of baby botox. I've never gotten anything injected into my face before. It seems like botox can have really subtle effects when used conservatively, which I'm very into... and i like the idea of prevention.
I'm going to start getting it soon. It's honestly pretty affordable compared to Juvederm. I know that sounds crazy because I'm only nearly 24 but everyone I talked to who has it says mild preventative botox is EXTREMELY well worth it & they actually wish they started at my age. Also I get very bad migraines and I hear botox can actually help so much with those, like it's life changing for chronic migraine sufferers like myself.
JessaJade
03-18-2022, 01:40 AM
I was too but now I guess not. I have started developing undereye wrinkles, especially distinctive horizontal ones that paralel each eye right above the cheeks when I smile, so I was assuming I needed botox around the eyes but the thing is they don't do botox UNDER the eyes as far as I know, just on the sides where I have no wrinkles. I definitely don't want undereye filler, I asked my friend if I should start planning for a lower lid blepharoplasty and she said a fraxel laser would be better. It's currently only to the point where it's something only I notice but I'm assuming that's going to be my trouble spot as I age.
I have these lines too - they are actually the only significant lines on my face, and are really difficult to treat as they are caused by the shape of my cheekbones pushing up into the skin there when I smile.
I would still try botox anyway and see if there is some benefit - I always tell them that is the area I'm most concerned with and they try to inject as close as safely possible(they can get to the outer part of the undereye).
The thing I've noticed is that the few lines that follow the shape of my cheekbone and start turning downwards below the outer lower corner of my eye (like an upside down smile shape) are really reduced, but there is always still the one deeper crease almost directly under each eye that remains, and it essentially looks slightly deeper as a result of the treatment.
Not sure if this makes sense, I will try taking pics later if I can.
I've decided the trade-off is worth it as I do not like the idea of those downward-curving smile lines getting longer and more etched in, and have accepted the two deeper horizontal lines are just the downside of having high cheekbones.
My favourite botox dr explained that it really depends on individual anatomy when it comes to the fine-tuning of some areas and there are limits unfortunately.
whirlerz
03-18-2022, 08:27 AM
I'm gonna have to check out these bonnets.Thanks, Charlie!
They also haven on ebay, ulta, & other places.
I got mine on a Amazon for 10, it's a knit cap w/satin lining.
I wear it out, (it's cold here, but it's not overly warm if temp's up)
charlie61
03-18-2022, 10:35 AM
^Yes! It depends on if you want real silk, adjustable cinching, made in the USA, high quality, or if you want a polyester satin bonnet from China that may not be adjustable and may leave impression marks on your head by morning. I think there are probably some nicer Chinese cheap ones out there, who knows.
There is huge variation in quality and pricing depending on what features are important to you, so shop around! Not everyone wants to spend $60 on a bonnet, lol.
whirlerz
03-18-2022, 11:45 AM
Well, it's not so much the cost, I don't want a huge thing on my head, mine seems ok, (tho I'd like it to come down lower).
It's something I can wear though out the day, & I wear it to bed
Thanks
charlie61
03-18-2022, 11:48 AM
^ ohhh, gotcha, like a slap for day use. Nice! Agreed, I'd never wear my sleep bonnet out and about. :D
neverendingkneebruises
03-31-2022, 04:05 AM
Took an Emergen-C packet (just mixed with water) and almost immediately after I finished the glass, I noticed the dark circles under my eyes were not so bad. Could be a coincidence. I think I'll start doing this once a week.
whirlerz
03-31-2022, 08:32 AM
I used this, they make a body scrub too, not expensive
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whirlerz
04-01-2022, 12:10 PM
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LoveyD
04-01-2022, 09:06 PM
I need to find a new facial cleanser. Neutrogena pore refining cleanser, my favorite, is no longer in stores and I don't want to order it from Amazon. I heard on here that the CeraVe hydrating cleanser is good. I may try that. I wish they didn't discontinue the Neutrogena. It made my skin look so good. :-/
neverendingkneebruises
04-02-2022, 12:46 AM
I need to find a new facial cleanser. Neutrogena pore refining cleanser, my favorite, is no longer in stores and I don't want to order it from Amazon. I heard on here that the CeraVe hydrating cleanser is good. I may try that. I wish they didn't discontinue the Neutrogena. It made my skin look so good. :-/
Trust me it's good!! That's the one I use and along with the rest of my skincare routine I get compliments on my skin from strangers allll the time.
LoveyD
04-02-2022, 08:22 AM
^^ I think you're the one who was raving about it! Thank you for the suggestion. I'm heading over to Walgreens in a moment to pick up a covid test. I'll pick some up while I'm there. Gonna try CeraVe retinol serum too since my Neutrogena retinol serum has also been discontinued. I hate it when they discontinued products I love. Their newer formulas are just meh.
xxxGothBarbie
04-02-2022, 11:40 AM
I'm absolutley in love with the drunk elephant baby facial! I got a sample at sephora & after 2 uses my face looks & feels amazing! My pores are smaller, face feels tighter, and looks alot smoother overall.
For a first timer with Botox, what would you guys suggest? I only wanna lift my eyebrows a bit since I have hooded eyes & I do wanna lift my face a bit by maybe a quarter of an inch.
LoveyD
04-03-2022, 04:20 PM
^^I usually get 25 units for my 11s, which I need to do soon. My Botox doctor gives my brows a slight lift. You don't want to do too much or else it looks too much. When you consult with a doctor (make sure you get a doctor) they can assess how much Botox you'd need.
@Neverendingkisses I love my Cereve hydrating face wash! Excellent suggestion. Thanks for the recommendation!
GB, I want to try that drunk elephant baby facial! Sounds amazing!
carmen_b
04-03-2022, 04:23 PM
^ I'm planning on hitting the 11's soon .
I would love to get a slight lift to brow as well.
I'm scared ( my first " preservation" ) haha.
:)
whirlerz
04-04-2022, 10:01 AM
I need to find a new facial cleanser. Neutrogena pore refining cleanser, my favorite, is no longer in stores and I don't want to order it from Amazon. I heard on here that the CeraVe hydrating cleanser is good. I may try that. I wish they didn't discontinue the Neutrogena. It made my skin look so good. :-/
Check out ebay, they might have it!^
I just ordered from Sephora, a sleeping peel, it's a clean/cruelty free brand, June Jacobs Labs, Naturally Serious.
I have the night retinol oil..
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carmen_b
04-04-2022, 10:04 AM
Micronor birth control ( my brand is Nikki the generic ) is really doing my skin well.
Back acne is pretty much resolved. One thing I didn't think about is that it dries the skin quite a bit so my non-problem areas are pretty dry now .
I'll take the need to moisturize every day over my back looking bad.
It's a pill that's known for " sucking up " the male type hormones from what I understand that can aggravate skin.
xxxGothBarbie
04-04-2022, 02:02 PM
^^I usually get 25 units for my 11s, which I need to do soon. My Botox doctor gives my brows a slight lift. You don't want to do too much or else it looks too much. When you consult with a doctor (make sure you get a doctor) they can assess how much Botox you'd need.
@Neverendingkisses I love my Cereve hydrating face wash! Excellent suggestion. Thanks for the recommendation!
GB, I want to try that drunk elephant baby facial! Sounds amazing!
You should try it! I absolutely love it. Don't exfoliate or wash your face vigorously beforehand though lol . It stings in spots but it quickly stops. I do mine once a week for 10-12 mins.
xxxGothBarbie
04-04-2022, 02:05 PM
Would botox get rid of the tiny lines in my face from smiling?they're in my upper cheek and lower cheek area, as well as slightly in my eye area? I don't see them unless I smile and I really look for them upclose though.
charlie61
04-04-2022, 04:20 PM
Micronor birth control ( my brand is Nikki the generic ) is really doing my skin well.
Back acne is pretty much resolved. One thing I didn't think about is that it dries the skin quite a bit so my non-problem areas are pretty dry now .
I'll take the need to moisturize every day over my back looking bad.
It's a pill that's known for " sucking up " the male type hormones from what I understand that can aggravate skin.
Oh, like spironolactone? Nice. Spiro is a good option for women who want that effect without the birth control aspect. It helps with androgen activity in women, leading to less hormonal acne. I think it can help with facial hair, too.
JessaJade
04-05-2022, 01:50 AM
Would botox get rid of the tiny lines in my face from smiling?they're in my upper cheek and lower cheek area, as well as slightly in my eye area? I don't see them unless I smile and I really look for them upclose though.
It depends where they are and how tiny. Best thing is to go for a consultation where the dr can look at your face and then give you an idea of what can be achieved.
xxxGothBarbie
04-07-2022, 08:46 PM
I'm using Sunday Riley retinol A+ serum tonight and so far my fa e feels really soft. I have enough samples of it that equate a bottle so hopefully it does something awesome.
JessaJade
04-09-2022, 06:06 AM
I'm irritated I had to cancel a surgery consultation that was meant to be today.
I initially did a brief online consultation with her a couple of months back (she is based 4 hours away) and in mid-March I booked to see her for a full in-person meeting for this Saturday.
TBH I'd found her quite cold/off in the initial online meeting and had thought of crossing her off my list due to gut instinct, but then decided to see if I felt differently after meeting her properly (she would be around 1.5k less expensive than a surgeon in my area).
So on Thursday the secretary emailed asking if I could attend at 12pm instead of 10am - I checked my travel plans and it worked out, so I replied yes. Then at 6pm on Friday I saw another email, sent at 3pm that day, asking to move the appointment to 11am.
I replied saying I'd just like to cancel at that point. I felt they were messing me around - whether it's down to disorganisation or dismissiveness it's rude and just another red flag.
I'm really disappointed as I had put a lot of thought into everything and done a lot of research.
At 11.03 this morning I had a call from the secretary which I ignored - she left a message saying they were expecting me at 11am, so clearly hadn't even bothered to check the email and missed my reply yesterday.
Anyway for whatever reason, it seems my gut instinct was on point as usual.
Cutie101
04-11-2022, 12:02 PM
I took out my IPL device and started a new routine. I need to do 4-5 sessions, every 2 weeks, for seeing results, so hopefully I will be all hair free right in time for summer.
Last time I used it was in 2018, I had great results, but I got lazy and abandoned, lol. Not anymore. This time I am finishing the routine!
I just do bikini, armpits and lower legs for now and probably in october I will do upper legs, moustache and arms.
kimbe
04-12-2022, 08:28 AM
I took out my IPL device and started a new routine. I need to do 4-5 sessions, every 2 weeks, for seeing results, so hopefully I will be all hair free right in time for summer.
Last time I used it was in 2018, I had great results, but I got lazy and abandoned, lol. Not anymore. This time I am finishing the routine!
I just do bikini, armpits and lower legs for now and probably in october I will do upper legs, moustache and arms.
Well, lucky you! I wish IPL would work for me, but I have barely noticed any effect at all the few times I’ve tried it. :(
Laser works excellent though, and keeps me 100% hair free 99% of time, which I think is very good! But it’s not pleasant and it’s rather pricey..
Cutie101
04-12-2022, 08:47 AM
Well, lucky you! I wish IPL would work for me, but I have barely noticed any effect at all the few times I’ve tried it. :(
Laser works excellent though, and keeps me 100% hair free 99% of time, which I think is very good! But it’s not pleasant and it’s rather pricey..
I thought laser and IPL it's same shit lol. Hahahaha! Yeah I never completed a full program, I'd get rid of 70% of my hair and call it a success and then get lazy lol. I am curious how it works this time because I plan to do it by the manual.
I also feel a lil burn in my bikini area when I use the device. I'll get slow results there because I have to use on low settings. Level 2-3 out of 5.
Well, if laser works, then it does worth the money. I hate waxing, so permanent removal sounds better, no matter the cost lol.
I wish those devices had an actual big screen so I can cover bigger portions of the skin, I haaaate going inch by inch by inch... the battery barely makes it trough a bikini, armpits and lower legs session. And I am not covering everything (I need to buy a white eyeliner to draw some lines, for better covering).
whirlerz
04-12-2022, 09:07 AM
I'm irritated I had to cancel a surgery consultation that was meant to be today.
I initially did a brief online consultation with her a couple of months back (she is based 4 hours away) and in mid-March I booked to see her for a full in-person meeting for this Saturday.
TBH I'd found her quite cold/off in the initial online meeting and had thought of crossing her off my list due to gut instinct, but then decided to see if I felt differently after meeting her properly (she would be around 1.5k less expensive than a surgeon in my area).
So on Thursday the secretary emailed asking if I could attend at 12pm instead of 10am - I checked my travel plans and it worked out, so I replied yes. Then at 6pm on Friday I saw another email, sent at 3pm that day, asking to move the appointment to 11am.
I replied saying I'd just like to cancel at that point. I felt they were messing me around - whether it's down to disorganisation or dismissiveness it's rude and just another red flag.
I'm really disappointed as I had put a lot of thought into everything and done a lot of research.
At 11.03 this morning I had a call from the secretary which I ignored - she left a message saying they were expecting me at 11am, so clearly hadn't even bothered to check the email and missed my reply yesterday.
Anyway for whatever reason, it seems my gut instinct was on point as usual.
ALWAYS^
F them.
I once had an appt for tooth extraction, I was getting super anxiety, which anything w/my teeth..
The night before, I suddenly researched, the practioner (specialist) had 2 malpractice suits in process, also the large practice itself had several suits as well!
Called off appt the night before.
whirlerz
04-14-2022, 05:57 PM
So, I was looking at Allure mag, (Best of Beauty issue) I came across virtual consult to get tretinoin prescription while you are at home.
It's about 30.00 a month, they have a trial size set of products for 6.00 including shipping.
You answer ?'s take 3 no makeup selfies & that's it.
support.withagency.com Agency Future Formula w/tretinoin
You can also read about it, allure.com Best of Beauty, Big Breakthroughs
charlie61
04-14-2022, 06:17 PM
^yes, girl! That's what I've been talking about on here! Agency is the sister brand to Curology. Agency makes it really easy to get started, and they add other actives to their formulas. I'm using it right now, considering permanently switching off of my insurance-covered tretinoin since Agency formulated mine with other goodies, like tranexamic acid, azelaic acid, and niacinamide.
indiegirl
04-14-2022, 06:46 PM
I severely let my skin go for like a year or 2. All I was using was a face wash. I just purchased a little shower caddy to motivate me to do all my serums and beauty steps while I relax or study in bed.
I noticed I've been getting sunspots from all the years of heavy tanning (thankfully I only self tan now)...I'm so mad at me. I also got more retin-a, hydroquinone, and careprost off of alldaychemist. I'm fighting this battle of aging.
I dunno what motivated me but I'm keeping up on preserving my youth...it was prolly the sunspots on my forehead lol.
SnuffleUffleGrass
04-15-2022, 07:42 AM
I severely let my skin go for like a year or 2. All I was using was a face wash. I just purchased a little shower caddy to motivate me to do all my serums and beauty steps while I relax or study in bed.
I noticed I've been getting sunspots from all the years of heavy tanning (thankfully I only self tan now)...I'm so mad at me. I also got more retin-a, hydroquinone, and careprost off of alldaychemist. I'm fighting this battle of aging.
I dunno what motivated me but I'm keeping up on preserving my youth...it was prolly the sunspots on my forehead lol.
I used to have a sunspot on my forehead that would darken when I did tanning bed tans. It went away, thank Dawg.
Raven88
04-15-2022, 02:24 PM
So, I was looking at Allure mag, (Best of Beauty issue) I came across virtual consult to get tretinoin prescription while you are at home.
It's about 30.00 a month, they have a trial size set of products for 6.00 including shipping.
You answer ?'s take 3 no makeup selfies & that's it.
support.withagency.com Agency Future Formula w/tretinoin
You can also read about it, allure.com Best of Beauty, Big Breakthroughs
Dr Anthony Youn talks about this a lot. I recommend checking out his anti aging book.
whirlerz
04-19-2022, 01:27 PM
^yes, girl! That's what I've been talking about on here! Agency is the sister brand to Curology. Agency makes it really easy to get started, and they add other actives to their formulas. I'm using it right now, considering permanently switching off of my insurance-covered tretinoin since Agency formulated mine with other goodies, like tranexamic acid, azelaic acid, and niacinamide.
How do you like it, charlie?
I can't wait to get it! I think it's on its way. You don't get an eye product right?
I'm going to order Peace Out retinol eye stick..
Tried Sooo many things, rn using a retinol oil, it's ok..
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charlie61
04-19-2022, 02:58 PM
How do you like it, charlie?
I can't wait to get it! I think it's on its way. You don't get an eye product right?
I'm going to order Peace Out retinol eye stick..
Tried Sooo many things, rn using a retinol oil, it's ok..
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I'm very happy with the company and process. I feel like they've put more thought into my skin than my doctor did when prescribing tretinoin. I was paying about $10/year for .05% tretinoin (covered by insurance), so if i switch to Agency as my tretinoin, my costs will be going up to $60 every two months. That's a lot for some folks, but I'm fine with spending more on skincare. It's worth it to me since Agency combined tretinoin with other goodies, like azelaic acid, tranexamic acid, and niacinamide... I'm expecting next-level results over time.
I think your experience going into tretinoin will look very different than mine, since i was already using .05% tretinoin every night prior to Agency. Most people go through the "retinol uglies" where their skin looks worse for a while before it looks better (irritation, flaking, acne, more visible fine lines...). It can be emotionally difficult for many who are hoping for overnight results. And i think lots of mistakes are often made when people start using tret. You have to commit to cutting out all other actives (no BHAs or AHAs, no physical exfoliation, cut out harsher cleansers and fancy moisturizers with fragrance / botanic extracts...). You basically want to keep your skincare routine as stripped-down as possible until your skin adjusts. Gentle cleanser, morning SPF, thicker night cream / occlusive ointment... It can be really hard to resist exfoliating when your skin is peeling from tret, but that will make it so much worse... And start by applying tretinoin every other night or every third night to ease into it...
Good luck, will be curious to hear how it goes!! You might be one of the lucky ones who has no negative side effects when starting, who knows!
whirlerz
04-19-2022, 03:01 PM
Ok, & thanks so much for all the info/tips!
indiegirl
04-21-2022, 02:33 PM
Just got botox today and I brought up how I wanted skin tightening on my lower jaw. She suggested the Morpheus 8. HOWEVER, I really want to try Face Tite. Anyone try either of these? I'm ready to do it!
Genoveve
04-21-2022, 02:43 PM
^^^What exactly are they?
indiegirl
04-21-2022, 03:45 PM
^^^What exactly are they?
Skin tightening :). Apparently face tite is more aggressive. I want that Gwen Stefani tight face when I'm old and trying to maintain my face.
Genoveve
04-21-2022, 04:38 PM
But is it an injectable or a laser or what? I think after I finally finish decorating my place I'm going to reward myself by finally trying (facial) botox. I'm gonna find a place that does lasers too so I can get a consultation because my friend said a laser would be best for my undereye lines.
LoveyD
04-21-2022, 06:18 PM
I took before and after photos of my face and compared them today
That red light machine at planet fitness works. I am comparing photos and I see a difference after 3 weeks of using it. My neck area looks better for sure. I'm happy.
indiegirl
04-21-2022, 11:09 PM
But is it an injectable or a laser or what? I think after I finally finish decorating my place I'm going to reward myself by finally trying (facial) botox. I'm gonna find a place that does lasers too so I can get a consultation because my friend said a laser would be best for my under eye lines.
Face tite has radio frequency waves with traditional liposuction and is minimally invasive in the jaw. I saw a few celebs with it and I want it. One was a Baldwin.
chanzep
04-23-2022, 09:45 PM
I thought Gwen Stefani has facelift
JessaJade
04-24-2022, 12:45 AM
I have these lines too - they are actually the only significant lines on my face, and are really difficult to treat as they are caused by the shape of my cheekbones pushing up into the skin there when I smile.
The thing I've noticed is that the few lines that follow the shape of my cheekbone and start turning downwards below the outer lower corner of my eye (like an upside down smile shape) are really reduced, but there is always still the one deeper crease almost directly under each eye that remains, and it essentially looks slightly deeper as a result of the treatment.
Not sure if this makes sense, I will try taking pics later if I can.
I can't really get good pics but this is smiling and at rest. The line is actually longer than it looks here but the light hides it a bit.
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LoveyD
04-24-2022, 07:38 AM
I found a new sunscreen I like! It goes on smooth, and doesn't pill on your face. It's the Equate brand SPF 50 for babies. I found it at Walmart. Doesn't sting my eyes or have an overpowering scent. And a full size is under $4.
chanzep
04-24-2022, 11:01 PM
Equate has great stuff.